Cut consistently
Even florets brown at the same rate.
Kitchen tested. Prepared and evaluated on Oct. 16, 2026.
The method
4 clear steps.
1
Preheat.
Preheat the air fryer to 390°F for 3 minutes.
2
Season.
Dry the florets well, then toss with olive oil, cumin, paprika, and salt.
3
Air-fry.
Cook for 13–17 minutes, shaking twice, until the edges are deeply browned and the stems are tender.
4
Finish.
Whisk the tahini, lemon juice, and warm water. Drizzle over the cauliflower and finish with parsley.
Make it work.
Small details that matter most with gluten-free cooking.
Avoid wet cauliflower
Water left from rinsing encourages steam instead of caramelization.
Sauce after cooking
Adding tahini at the end preserves the crisp edges.